Text Evidence
What are two things Kim liked to do at the beach?
"Each day, she played with a beach ball, looked for seashells to add to her collection, and splashed in the big waves. But her favorite thing to do was build sandcastles."
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Your smile is like a bright sunny day.
simile
What is the definition for the bolded word?
Sam felt elated when he found out that he was going to Disney World!
Happy, excited
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I can't wait until this weekend! We’re going to my grandparents’ house and my entire family will be there. I will spend most of my time playing games with my cousins. We always have such a good time together! The day goes by so fast, and by the end we are all exhausted... but we still don’t want to leave!
The writer enjoys spending time with family.
Repetition of constant sound closely in a line.
Alliteration
Describe the first sandcastle that Kim built.
"She built a big sandcastle with a moat around it and a flag on top. She even used some of her favorite seashells that she had found for decorations."
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He is a mountian of strength.
Metephor
What is the definition for the bolded word?
Disobedience, such as refusing to work or being disrespectful, is not tolorated at my school.
Naughty, not obeying
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Wilbur and Orville Wright were brothers who were inventors, even from a young age when they built kites and bicycles. Many people credit the Wright Brothers with designing and building the first successful airplane. In 1903, their first flight only lasted 12 seconds, but it continues to inspire people all over the world to learn about science and math, to work hard to realize their dreams, and to use imagination to achieve success.
The Wright Brothers were inventors who have inspired many people.
A unit of a poem composed of lines that relate to each other.
Stanza
Why didn't Kim get a picture of the second sandcastle?
She wanted to take a picture, but her camera was inside. She hustled to get it, but as soon as she walked in, her mom said it was time to clean up and go out to dinner."
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The candle flame danced in the dark.
personification
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Your flowers are blossoming and thriving!
Surviving, living
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I have a dog whose name is Paco. He is almost 10 years old. Paco is very loveable with a brown face and short black fur. He is one of my best friends. He plays with me, sleeps with me, and goes on walks with me. I am so glad to have him around. I love him.
The writer's dog is an important part of his life.
Repetition of sounds at the ends of words.
Rhyme
What did Kim think happened to her sandcastle?
Someone was ruining her sandcastles.
What is the meaning?
Rome wasn't built in a day.
some things take a lot of time
What is the definition for the bolded word?
The substantial piece of cake was too much for the boy to eat by himself.
Large, plentiful
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Eric gripped the bat in his hands. His palms were sweaty but he took a deep breath as he stepped up to the plate. He had to score a run or his team would lose the game. When the pitcher threw a fastball, Eric’s reflexes took over and he heard the “Crack!” of the bat hitting the ball. His heart raced with excitement as he ran to first base. He was safe!
Eric overcomes his nerves and makes it to first base
The pattern of stresses and unstresses syllables in a line of poetry.
Rhythm
What was really happening to the sandcastles?
"... she noticed the ocean water was getting closer and closer to her sandcastle. Pretty soon, the water reached the sandcastle and covered it up."
What is the meaning?
Throw in the towel
to give up
The students were very attentive to the guest speaker.
Observant, focused
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Homemade pizza is delicious. First, make the dough from flour, water, and yeast. After that, begin making the tomato sauce. Next, add any vegetables you like. Then, bake it in the oven. After a short time, the kitchen begins to smell delicious. Soon, it’s ready to eat!
How to make homemade pizza.
Repeated the same word, phrase, or grammatical construction.
Repetition